duck

verb

To quickly lower your head or body to avoid something coming at you.
To go under the water and come back up again.
To quickly go into a place for a short time.

Sentences

The duck swims in the pond.
I saw a duck waddle by.
The duck quacks loudly.
A baby duck is called a duckling.
Look at the duck's pretty feathers.

Word Explanation:

A duck is a bird that swims in water. It has a round body, a flat beak, and webbed feet. Ducks can quack and they like to eat plants and small bugs.

Word in hindi

बतख

batakh

Other variations in hindi

चिड़िया chidiya
बत्तख़ battakh

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'duck' mean?

A duck is a type of bird that usually has a short neck and a broad body. Ducks are often found in water and can swim very well.

How do you pronounce 'duck'?

You say 'duck' like this: 'duhk'. It rhymes with 'luck'.

What is the origin of the word 'duck'?

The word 'duck' comes from the Old English word 'duce', which means 'to dive'. This is because ducks often dive into the water to find food.

What is the meaning of 'duck' in Hindi?

The word 'duck' in Hindi is 'बत्तख' (Battakh).

What is the meaning of 'duck' in Kannada?

The word 'duck' in Kannada is 'ಬಾತು' (Bātu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

Ducks can be found on every continent except Antarctica!

Proverb

A duck in a pond is worth two in the sky. (It means it's better to have something you can see than something you can't.)

Quote

"The duck is a wonderful bird." - Unknown

Mini blog:

Quack, Quack!

Let’s dive into the wonderful world of ducks! Just like in Eric Carle's colorful stories, ducks waddle and splash in the water.

They have bright feathers and love to swim in ponds. Can you imagine a little duckling following its mama?

They make funny sounds and love to eat yummy bugs and bread crumbs.

Next time you see a duck, remember how special they are!

Maybe you can draw your own duck with bright colors, just like Eric Carle! What color will your duck be?